Hannah N. Schuchart at a glance
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Hannah N. Schuchart
Judge · Oconto County Circuit Court
Biography
Professional career
- Her appointment created a vacancy in the Oconto County District Attorney’s office, which Governor Evers is now seeking to fill; the successor will serve until January 2029
- The newly appointed Judge for Oconto County Circuit Court Branch 1 in Wisconsin, serving a term through July 31, 2027, after a career as Oconto County District Attorney and in public defense.
- Oconto County District Attorney (2022–2026): Prosecuted a broad range of criminal cases and built strong community relationships
- Assistant District Attorney: Served in Brown County
- This dual experience as both prosecutor and defense attorney is cited as a strength for her judicial role
- In summary: Judge Hannah N. Schuchart brings a unique blend of prosecutorial and defense experience, a strong local record, and a commitment to fairness, making her a notable addition to Wisconsin’s judicial bench
Education
- Michigan State University College of Law — J.D.
Additional information
- Governor Tony Evers appointed Schuchart on March 25, 2026, to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Michael T.
- Assistant State Public Defender: Worked in Oconto and Marinette counties.
- Judge.
- She will preside over cases in Oconto County’s circuit court and is expected to continue the court’s focus on fairness, integrity, and the rule of law.
- Schuchart, a resident of Abrams, WI, has stated she will “exercise sound judgment and discharge my duties with integrity, trust, and transparency” and ensure her courtroom is welcoming and fair to all.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Camera Notice
Statewide
Wisconsin SCR 61 asks media to give the trial judge advance notice before bringing cameras or recording equipment into the courtroom.
the trial judge shall be given notice, at least 3 days in advanceWisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings ↗
Courtroom Equipment Control
Statewide
Wisconsin SCR 61 leaves courtroom equipment placement, lighting, and use subject to trial-judge control.
Only equipment approved by the trial judge in advance of the court proceeding may be usedWisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings ↗
Remote appearances
Statewide
Wisconsin's court system instructs parties that courts will notify them when a hearing is remote and provide joining instructions.
The court will send you instructions on how to join your remote hearing by video or by phone.Wisconsin Court System: Zoom hearing resources ↗
Statewide
Wisconsin remote-hearing guidance tells participants to contact the clerk promptly if they lack reliable internet or phone access.
Contact the clerk of circuit court as soon as possible.Wisconsin Court System: Zoom hearing resources ↗
Published courtroom rules
Shared court rules
Wisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings
Oconto County Circuit Court
Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.
Official source ↗ · Collected 2026-07-26Sources
Identity source checked August 22, 2026.
Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Wisconsin Court System official judicial roster
Identity source · HTML · Source checked August 22, 2026
View Wisconsin Court System official judicial roster ↗Wisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings
Statewide source · HTML · Source checked July 26, 2026
View Wisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings ↗Wisconsin Court System: Zoom hearing resources
Statewide source · HTML · Source checked July 26, 2026
View Wisconsin Court System: Zoom hearing resources ↗